Saturday, March 16, 2013

Lucky Leprechauns

I love a good swap and for March, I could not resist the Lucky Leprechaun Polish & Book swap.  Nail polish and a good read- why that sounds right up my alley.  I had the pleasure of meeting Hollie, and she blogs at Analyzing Sunshine.  We got to know each other a little bit through e-mail and sent each other a list of books that we've been dying to read.  I swear my top 10 keeps switching and is a never-ending list but I was so excited when I received a package in the mail containing the awesome things she sent on over.  

 We discussed what types of nail polishes we would like and being in the military, I have to wear very neutral colors that look professional in uniform.  Hollie picked out such a cleverly named shade from Sally Hansen Salon Manicure line.  "Commander in Chic" is a darker, mauve color with hints of deep purple.  I sent her a soft lavender shade from Essie and you can see how it looks by visiting her post!


I was so pumped to see that this was the book that Hollie chose for me! Jujitsu Rabbi and the Godless Blonde is truly a fish out of water tale as Rebecca Dana (the author) dreamed of moving to New York City.  She enjoys the glamorous lifestyle that she sought, until she is forced out of it and moves to Brooklyn with a 30-year old rabbi as a roommate.  The summary itself sounded so hilarious so I put it in my top ten and I can't wait to read it.

I sent Hollie a copy of Safe Haven and I was actually able to see it in theaters yesterday as part of a weekly lady's night.  We had so much fun and I'm a sucker for anything Nicholas Sparks.  I thought the movie was great and the actors were gorgeous (in true Nicholas Sparks fashion).  Tomorrow I'm tackling some Irish recipes and maybe going on some adventures with friends.  Have a great weekend and many thanks to Hollie for a great swap!

Thanks for Reading!
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12 comments :

  1. what a cool swap! Love the nail polish color she sent you, and that book sounds interesting. Hope you write a review on here or on GoodReads!

    -AJ
    FitTravelerAJ.blogspot.com

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    1. Definitely! I think I've only written one or two reviews on Goodreads and I would like to become more active on there. Of course, I need to read more books in order to do that ;)

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  2. Safe Haven was such a good book! I hope Hollie enjoys it.

    That's a great nail polish color! That book sounds like an interesting read. Great swap goodies!

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    1. I've had Safe Haven on my bookshelf since it came out and never got around to reading it, although I adore Nicholas Sparks. I was so excited to see the movie with girlfriends this week. Julianne Hough is so pretty!

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  3. When I saw both names... the nail polish and the book I couldn't resist either for you! The book just sounded so quirky and interesting I will probably pick it up for myself. I had to search for it with the lady at the book store and we finally found it :) I enjoyed reading all about it!!

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    1. That's so great! The title in itself grabs you :)
      Thank you so much for the swap items- I love them all!

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  4. love that polish color!

    safe haven is a good book and movie option :)

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    1. I really enjoyed the movie and I've had the book on my bookshelf since it came out (procrastination at its finest). The polish color is really pretty and I love shades of grey. With this, it's like a grey/mauve/purple- it's a lot of fun to wear :)

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  5. Love the polish color and the idea of a swap like this. I've got to read this book too, what a fascinating title!!!!

    Blessings + Hugs,
    Nicole

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    1. I just joined a swap where we'll be swapping books and mugs. I love fun and interesting swaps. Plus I really enjoy getting to know other readers. With my swap, I met the fabulous YOU and through another I met AJ. Love you ladies!

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  6. sounds like you both sent/got great things in the swap! the book you got does sound very interesting!

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    1. It's definitely one of those titles that grabs your attention :)

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